Cynthia M.
1/6/2024
This is truly a treasure in downtown Asheville. It's a historical site that encompasses the life of author Thomas Wolfe and his family. The tour operator was extremely knowledgeable and you could...
Thomas Wolfe House Memorial
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52 N Market St
Asheville, NC 28801
The Thomas Wolfe State Historic Site in Asheville, North Carolina, is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the renowned American novelist Thomas Wolfe, who is celebrated for his autobiographical novel, "Look Homeward Angel." The site features the historic boardinghouse, known as The Old Kentucky Home, which served as Wolfe's childhood residence and offers guided tours that showcase its significance in American literature.
This memorial not only honors Wolfe's contributions but also engages the community through educational programs, historical tours, and events. The site continues to foster appreciation for Wolfe's work while highlighting the rich history of Asheville and the Wolfe family legacy.
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Susan J B.
9/18/2024
The house is lovely. The staff nice however....the tour is constant talking details of thomas wolfe family etc...we wanted to hear more about furniture and architecture. Most of what was...
Rebecca M.
12/1/2020
The Thomas Wolfe House has adapted to Covid by having smaller and more frequent tours of the house. Masks and social distancing are required too. The auditorium is also closed but the overview...
Robin K.
8/10/2024
We really enjoyed our tour of Thomas Wolfe's home (the Old Kentucky Home or Dixieland) where he lived as a child for about 10 years and featured in his book Look Homeward Angel. Our tour guide Ann...
Jill S.
10/13/2022
We loved our tour with Tom, the guide. We watched the video first, which plays every hour on the hour. Then took the house tour, which is offered on each half hour. The house is full of...
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